Tip of the day. Slip your patterns into clear plastic sleeves to protect them for years to come. The plastic sleeves also allow you to use erasable markers over the designs. Great for notes or customization. The plastic sleeves usually come pre punched with 3 holes to fit 3 ring binders.

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Crafting tips and techniques.  To prevent the string that comes off the hot glue gun, simply keep your glue sticks in the freezer until ready to use. Works like a champ! Use empty egg cartons to store, organize and, for easy access to buttons, pearls, gems and other small objects. With a little paint, you can have the cartons match your decor.